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Q: Discussants in dialogue continually test their understanding of the perspectives of other group members. This is which characteristic of interpersonal dialogue? a. Vulnerability b. Mutual implication c. Recognition of "strange otherness" d. Temporal flow

Q: Managers must structure the work environment to support ethical conduct and this includes ensuring that reward systems are aligned with the ethics of the firm.

Q: A boss lying to a large group of employees about the true condition of the company is an example of a. Major/intentional trust betrayal b. Major/unintentional trust betrayal c. Minor/intentional trust betrayal d. Minor/unintentional trust betrayal

Q: There are major differences in levels of moral reasoning between men and women.

Q: When arguing for the importance of establishing Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) for employees, Krystal cites a popular singer to support her argument. She has violated which standard of strong evidence? a. Reliability b. Recentness c. Consistency d. High in expertise

Q: In Kohlberg's theory, adherence to any principle qualifies as "principled" thinking.

Q: In this stage, the listener assigns meaning to the message: a. Evaluating b. Interpreting c. Remembering d. Responding

Q: Ethical conflict is almost exclusively influenced by individual differences.

Q: Which of the following individuals is associated with the theory of dialogue? a. Arelene Hochschild b. Lord Acton c. Martin Buber d. Judi Brownell

Q: Kohlberg argued that the higher the reasoning stage, the more ethical the decision.

Q: All of the following are elements of mindfulness EXCEPT: a. Creation of new categories b. Data Analysis c. Openness to different points of view d. Welcoming new information

Q: According to cognitive moral development theory, the actual moral decision is not as important as the reasoning process used to arrive at it.

Q: Elisabet knows that she must control her anger if she is going to change her boss's mind about supplying more money for her project. To succeed she must demonstrate which emotional skill? a. Understanding emotions b. Using emotions c. Managing emotions d. Identifying emotions

Q: According to Kohlberg, as individuals move forward through the sequence of stages they are cognitively capable of comprehending all reasoning stages below and above their own.

Q: Training, whether in groups, peer to peer, or using DVD to deliver the content, has been shown to be ineffective in helping employees become ethically aware.

Q: When it comes to helping to develop character, the best stories are both vivid and vexing. a. True b. False

Q: Spiritual values have been linked to improved organizational performance. a. True b. False

Q: Neutral language can be used to make an unethical action seem less problematic.

Q: Person-organization fit describes the degree of compatibility and his or her work environment. a. True b. False

Q: When describing a situation, the type of language used does not affect moral awareness.

Q: Leaders can use spirituality to manipulate employees. a. True b. False

Q: With the advent of technology, fewer people look to others in their social environment for guidance in ethical dilemma situations.

Q: Extraversion is a moral virtue. a. True b. False

Q: If an individual does not recognize that he or she is facing an ethical dilemma, then ethical judgment is likely not to occur.

Q: Only those in high status occupations feel a sense of calling. a. True b. False

Q: You are working with an important vendor who has offered you a "sweet" deal. However, the vendor has made it clear that he wants a decision now and your internal warning system (i.e. your gut) is telling you that this deal might be an ethical dilemma. Using what you have learned from this chapter, briefly describe how you should proceed. Will you answer him now? How will you think about the "dilemma" and respond to the vendor?

Q: Vocational calling encompasses life both on and off the job. a. True b. False

Q: Discuss the disclosure rule and the ethical role model rule. When might the disclosure rule be most helpful? When might the role model rule be most helpful?

Q: ____________________ describes a high degree of compatibility between employee and organizational values.

Q: Reference: Matching Approach and Weakness (each can be used more than once) a) Deontological approach b) Teleological approach c) Virtue ethics approach A major challenge is deciding which duty, obligation, right, or principle takes precedence.

Q: Workplace spirituality involves the inner life, meaningful work and ___________.

Q: Those with high moral __________________ define themselves in terms of their ethical commitments.

Q: For character development, the best narratives are both ______ and _______.

Q: Explain the difference between Act and Rule Utilitarianism.

Q: The term "eudemonia" can be translated as "flourishing." a. True b. False

Q: Utilitarianism is a deontological approach to ethics. a. True b. False

Q: Aristotle lays out specific rules for making ethical decisions. a. True b. False

Q: Confucianism emphasizes the importance of character to building healthy relationships. a. True b. False

Q: Confucian thinkers downplay the importance of power and status. a. True b. False

Q: Respect for persons is the foundation of human rights. a. True b. False

Q: Justice as Fairness theory protects the intrinsic value of individuals. a. True b. False

Q: Justice as Fairness theory balances freedom and liberty. a. True b. False

Q: According to the Categorical Imperative, acts can be judged as moral or immoral based on their consequences. a. True b. False

Q: Care appears to be a universal value. a. True b. False

Q: ______________ is the Chinese practice of favoring those with social connections. a. Guanxi b. Li c. Etiquette d. None of the above

Q: All of the following are true statements about Confucianism EXCEPT: a. Advocates for the Golden Rule b. Promotes personal virtue or character c. Emphasizes that people are social creatures d. Forbids making a profit

Q: What is the most important virtue according to Confucius? a. Benevolence b. Persistence c. Friendliness d. Discernment

Q: What is a true statement about altruism? a. People are naturally selfish b. Easy to put into practice c. Promotes healthy organizations d. Can be counted on to always produce good results

Q: According to Aristotle, happiness comes from a. Pleasure b. Wealth c. Living well on our own d. Fulfilling our purpose

Q: Which is a true statement about Aristotelian ethics? a. Make the right choices by following rules or principles b. Seek pleasure c. It is easy to find the ethical middle ground d. Build character through good habits

Q: Juanita sets limits on how much her employees use work computers for personal business. However, she does not completely ban personal use. She is following which ethical principle? a. The Golden Mean b. The Golden Rule c. What is right for one is right for all d. The Difference Principle

Q: A boss bullying an employee is violating which ethical principle? a. The Golden Mean b. The Golden Rule c. Treating humanity as an end d. None of the above

Q: _____________ serves as the foundation for moral rights. a. Justice as fairness b. Categorical imperative c. Ethic of care d. Aristotelian

Q: The Categorical Imperative has been criticized for: a. Being hard to remember b. Disrespecting the rights of individuals c. Undermining the moral courage of decision makers d. Arguing that universal principles apply in every situation

Q: Which theorist is associated with Justice as Fairness theory? a. Immanuel Kant b. John Rawls c. Jeremy Bentham d. John Stuart Mill

Q: Why was the Digital Millennium Copyright Act passed?

Q: Discuss the Fair Use Doctrine. What are the four statutory factors used to determine if a use is fair?

Q: Give a brief description of the increased protection in U.S. Copyright laws starting in 1994 and using approximate dates.

Q: What must a plaintiff prove to establish copyright infringement?

Q: Discuss how intellectual property is different from other kinds of property.

Q: Trade secrets are registered just like trademarks. a. True b. False

Q: In order to obtain a patent under U.S. Patent Law, an inventor must have an invention that is I. Not obvious II. Unique III. Useful IV. Not a modification of any prior patents a. I only b. I and II c. I, II and III d. I, II, III and IV

Q: Nike's swoosh, McDonald's arches, and the Xerox name are all identifiable trademarks. Which of the following laws protect(s) them? I. Lanham Trademark Act of 1946 II. Federal Trademark Dilution Revision Act of 2006 III. Sonny Bono Act of 1998 a. I only b. II only c. I and II d. II and III

Q: The difference between the Project Gutenberg (PG) and the Google book scanning project is: a. The PG limits itself to the "classics" b. The PG limits itself to only works in the public domain c. Google only digitizes full documents but the PG digitizes key segments d. The PG limits itself to "orphan" works " those with hard-to-find authors or owners.

Q: Once the copyright on a work has expired, a. The owner can renew it for a new term b. The work is in the public domain c. The work becomes the property of the government d. The work is considered no longer creative

Q: If an author owns a copyright to a non-fiction essay, then publishes that essay in an anthology of similar essays published by a major publishing company, the rights involved in this relationship would be referred to as ______. a. collective work b. public domain c. collective bargaining d. joint domain

Q: The Kyoto Protocol is an international treaty to reduce greenhouse admissions, signed by over 200 countries including the United States. I. True II. False

Q: Under the ___________ plan, the EPA auctions a set number of sulfur dioxide emission allowances annually, with each allowance permitting one ton of emissions. a. allocation of resources b. tradeable permit c. green capitalism d. shareholder activism

Q: Which piece of legislation was passed first? a. The Clean Water Act b. The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act c. The Clean Air Act d. The Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act

Q: Explain what the Workers Rights Consortium is and what it has done to combat sweatshops.

Q: Explain how worker's compensation in the U.S. works.

Q: Discuss how corporate criminal liability has been handled by OSHA since 1970.

Q: According to Dr. Michael Silverstein, what are the types of risks workers find on the job today?

Q: According to Guy Mundlak and Issi Rosen-Zvi, hypotheses for the existence of CSR reports include: I. They have instrumental value to governments. II. They are a focal point for persuading the corporate world that a new ethical discourse is emerging. III. They are created to persuade competitors to adopt similar measures and standards of responsibility. IV. They are created in an attempt to persuade managers and employees that they should be proud of their workplace. a. III and IV only b. I, II and III only c. II, III and IV only d. I, II, III and IV

Q: The Workers Rights Consortium: I. Combats sweatshops by monitoring and investigating working conditions in factories around the world. II. Is a U.S. government organization. III. Covers contractors, subcontractors and manufacturers. a. I. only b. I and II only c. I and III only d. I, II, and III

Q: When an employee files a worker's compensation claim: a. The employee must prove the company was negligent. b. The employer has the right to raise traditional defenses to negligence to defeat the claim. c. Both a. and b. d. Neither a. not b.

Q: According to Henry Shue, firms are not in the business of protecting the interests of their workers, except when this is a means to accomplish the organizational objectives. a. True b. False

Q: All of the following are true statements regarding the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA, 29 U.S.C. §§ 2601, et seq.), EXCEPT which of the following? a. An eligible employee is entitled to take 12 weeks of unpaid leave in any 12-month period. b. Every personal or family emergency qualifies for FMLA leave. c. Under most circumstances, the employer must reinstate employees when they return from leave. d. An eligible employee is entitled to take paid leave because of the birth of a son or daughter.

Q: Federal courts have consistently held that the Civil Rights Act's ban on "˜discrimination on the basis of sex" does not include discrimination based on one's sexual orientation or affiliation. a. True b. False

Q: John Smith was assaulted on the loading dock by a coworker, Jim Jones, at the Acme Widget Company. The attack was unprovoked by Smith. After the physical assault, there was an angry verbal exchange between the parties. The incident ended when Jones yelled that Smith was a "sissy" and "everybody knows you're queer as a three dollar bill." Which of the following statements best describes the outcome of the harassment lawsuit filed by Smith under The Civil Right Act of 1964? I. Sex discrimination is prohibited by federal law (The Civil Right Act of 1964). II. Sexual orientation discrimination is prohibited by federal law (The Civil Right Act of 1964). III. Suits based on harassment due to sexual orientation cannot prevail when based on local or state laws. IV. Sexual orientation discrimination is not prohibited by federal law (Title VII). a. I only b. II only c. III only d. I and IV